London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE vs Cranfield University vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Cranfield University School of Management vs Hull University Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 347 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Hull University Business School (5.00)
London School of Economics and Political Science - LSE: wins 0/7 categories
Cranfield University: wins 0/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Cranfield University School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
Hull University Business School: wins 7/7 categories
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Comparing
Best programme: Economics
Cranfield, The United Kingdom
4.40
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10 reviews
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Best programme: Strategic Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Best programme: Marketing and Strategy
Hull, The United Kingdom
5.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration and Communication Studies
London, The United Kingdom
Not rated
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Durham, The United Kingdom
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.04
4.00
4.00
4.14
5.00
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Location
4.78
2.50
3.57
3.14
5.00
Win
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Professors
4.26
4.50
4.00
4.57
5.00
Win
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Internationality
4.80
3.50
4.14
3.43
5.00
Win
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Student life
3.63
3.50
3.71
4.14
5.00
Win
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Value
4.04
4.00
4.00
4.00
5.00
Win
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Accommodation
3.78
3.75
3.50
3.86
5.00
Win
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and experienced faculty
  • +Supportive and collaborative community atmosphere
  • +Diverse and flexible learning and assessment methods
  • +Strong postgraduate focus and specialized programs
  • +World-class research facilities and industry partnerships
  • +Excellent career services and networking opportunities
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.
  • +High-quality, practical programmes with strong career focus
  • +Excellent tutors and world-class resources
  • +Prestigious reputation and high rankings
  • +Supportive and helpful teaching staff
  • +Affordable tuition and good value
  • +Abundant career and internship opportunities

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Cons
  • -Poor teaching quality and lack of structure in academic programs.
  • -Inadequate support services and limited social opportunities.
  • -High fees with perceived low value and administrative issues.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Facilities are often described as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Lack of support and resources hinders academic progress.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance detract from the learning environment.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -Poor communication and a disconnect with instructors are prevalent complaints.

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Rating summary
What students say

Perceived strengths of this institution lie significantly in its **Location** and **Internationality**, both receiving top marks. Conversely, **Student Life** emerges as the area with the lowest reported satisfaction. Ratings for Facilities, Professors, Accomodation, and Value fall within a moderate to good range, indicating generally positive feedback across these aspects.

This institution demonstrates notable strengths in its academic offerings and resources. Professors receive an excellent rating of 4.5, and facilities are also highly regarded at 4. A respectable score of 4 for value suggests a worthwhile investment for students. Areas requiring improvement include location, which received a lower score of 2.5. Student life and internationality are rated moderately at 3.5, while accommodation stands at 3.75.

This institution performs well across most aspects, with **Internationality** standing out as its strongest area. Facilities, Professors, and Value also receive high marks. Areas for potential improvement include **Location**, which scored the lowest, and Accomodation. Student life and the overall value proposition are rated solidly in the mid-to-high range.

A comprehensive assessment reveals considerable strengths and areas for development. Professors receive the highest marks at 4.57, with Facilities and Student Life also scoring well at 4.14. Value is rated a solid 4. Conversely, Location is the weakest area, rated at 3.14, with Internationality also scoring moderately lower at 3.43. Accommodations are rated favorably at 3.86.

Across all surveyed areas, this institution demonstrates exceptional strength. It achieves a perfect score of 5 out of 5 in every category, including Facilities, Professors, Location, Student Life, Accommodation, Internationality, and Value. Consequently, there are no discernible weak areas; the university excels uniformly, suggesting a consistently high-quality experience for its students.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Most reviews (~74%) are positive, praising academic reputation, expert faculty, and excellent resources. A small percentage (~3.4%) express dissatisfaction with lecturing quality, course structure, or career services.

With a 4.4/5 average rating from 10 reviews, ~74% praise Cranfield University's postgraduate focus, industry links, research facilities, and career services. No negative feedback was provided.

Most reviews (approximately 71%) highlight a positive learning atmosphere, inspiring professors, and valuable international experiences. A small amount of feedback (around 14%) suggests mediocrity and a focus on profit. The average rating is 3.86/5.

With a ~93% positive rating (4.29/5), students highlight prestigious programs, practical learning, and career support. Minimal negative feedback exists, not currently representing a recurring theme.

This university has overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviews being 4-5 stars. Students praise the helpful teachers, affordability, and numerous opportunities for jobs and internships.

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Rating distribution
5★
34%
50%
43%
43%
100%
0%
0%
4★
44%
40%
29%
43%
0%
0%
0%
3★
19%
10%
14%
14%
0%
0%
0%
2★
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
1%
0%
14%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Great Experience

LSE is a great place to create life-long connections and friends. There's a certain sense of community that is special to the university. The staff are hands-on and approachable. The facilities are modern and well-equipped.

On par with Russell Group universities.

Cranfield University, established in 1946 as the UK's only exclusively postgraduate university, is producing global leaders in technology and management through its world-class expertise, large-scale facilities, and unrivalled industry partnerships. Likes: * Located in the heart of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc in the United Kingdom. * Research facilities and industry collaborations. * Excellent career services. * World-Class Library. * Good student-to-faculty ratio. Dislikes: * Because the campus is located in a village, you will miss some of the entertainment and conveniences of a city, but you will make wonderful friends on campus. * It is not a Russell Group university, despite being a high-caliber institution.

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Cranfield university, the pinnacle of higher education

Having worked in the finance sector for over half a decade, my programme (MSc Finance and Management) repositioned my existing knowledge of the sector practically and theoretically through a predominantly quantitative approach to financial management studies. The Cranfield School of management has incredibly educated, experienced, and professional tutors to fit each and every module offered. The finance Information Technology (IT) resources in the faculty's possession are world-class and up-to-date, providing real-time data analysis and research solutions. I also had the opportunity to meet intelligently amazing people (co-students) from all works of life. The university environment is serene, comfortable, and accommodating. The alumni network is far-reaching and supportive. In summary, I had an extraordinarily memorable experience studying for my MSc in Finance and Management at Cranfield University. I highly recommend the University to prospective students

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